Electrum to Deliver 5 MW Alkaline Electrolyzer at Gdańsk Refinery to Kickstart Green Hydrogen Production in Northern Poland
Electrum has signed on to build Poland’s first industrial-scale green hydrogen electrolyzer in Pomerania. The 5 MW facility at Gdańsk Refinery will support transport decarbonization and set a new benchmark for Eastern Europe’s clean hydrogen sector.
Electrum, a seasoned Polish engineering firm with deep experience in energy infrastructure, has taken the lead as the general contractor for a new 5 MW alkaline water electrolyzer project at the Rafineria Gdańska site. Set to go live in July 2025, this installation will be the first of its kind in the Pomeranian Voivodeship — a major milestone for green hydrogen production in the region.
A Big Step Toward Slashing Emissions in Polish Industry
This project is more than just another industrial upgrade — it’s a key move at the crossroads of climate policy, technology, and real-world business needs. With European directives like Fit for 55 and the EU’s Hydrogen Strategy hitting their stride, pressure is mounting on heavy industries to clean up their emissions. That’s where green hydrogen comes in.
- Hydrogen Purity: Minimum 99.995%, pure enough for use as clean transportation fuel
- Technology Used: Alkaline water electrolysis — a tried-and-tested, cost-effective method
- Region’s First: The largest electrolyzer of its kind in Northern Poland
Located in the city of Gdańsk, a longtime industrial hub, the Gdańsk Refinery is aiming to shift away from fossil-based hydrogen. Once powered by electrolysis, the facility will retire high-emission methods like steam methane reforming (SMR), cutting its carbon footprint significantly.
Electrum’s Role: Building More Than Just Hardware
Electrum isn’t just on-site with a hardhat — they’re managing everything from start to finish. Their involvement covers engineering, procurement, installation, and making sure the system works seamlessly within existing refinery operations. The project scope includes:
- Custom systems and diagrams designed to work specifically with refinery processes
- Hydrogen pipelines built to international purity standards
- Foundational work and seamless integration into the facility’s existing footprint
This isn’t Electrum’s first rodeo in hydrogen. The company has been stepping up its role in energy system integration and clean tech, and this project is a perfect fit for their innovation-driven strategy.
Why This Matters: Local Wins, Global Ripple Effects
The real game-changer here isn't just what's happening inside the refinery fence. The clean hydrogen produced will help power transportation, giving local fleet operators a greener fuel option. That’s a big win for industrial decarbonization.
On a bigger scale, it adds serious momentum to Poland's hydrogen economy, which has lagged behind Western Europe. But with infrastructure like this hitting the ground, Central and Eastern Europe are finally stepping into the spotlight. With a strong industrial base and skilled workforce, the region could become a model for how to scale this kind of tech.
Plus, projects like this tackle head-on two major issues Europe’s been wrestling with:
- Cutting reliance on imported and fossil-derived hydrogen
- Building a smarter, interconnected hydrogen infrastructure across the continent
What’s Next: From Pilot to Platform
If this 5 MW system delivers as expected, it could open the door for bigger installations — not just in Gdańsk, but across the Pomeranian region and beyond. The vision includes plugging this tech into larger hydrogen supply chains: mobility hubs, fueling networks, even cross-border industry clusters.
As one energy insider might put it: “What we’re seeing in Gdańsk isn’t just a cool science project. It’s a real-world testing ground showing how electrolysis can work at scale and help industries hit their climate goals — without crushing their bottom line.”
The timing couldn’t be better. With green hydrogen suddenly front and center in EU policy and investment plans, this kind of project isn’t just possible anymore — it’s necessary.
Meet the Teams Behind the Work
Electrum is a Poland-based engineering powerhouse with a sharp focus on complex energy systems — from renewables and automation to hydrogen and smart grid management. Known for pushing the envelope, the company is staking out its position as a leader in Europe’s clean energy transition.
Rafineria Gdańska, a key player in Poland's refining and petrochemical landscape, is now pivoting toward a lower-carbon future. By embracing green hydrogen through this electrolyzer project, the refinery is aligning itself with European mandates and preparing for the next era of energy.
